Operation Smile Vietnam

The Operation Smile Vietnam office in Ho Chi Minh City had the honor of hosting representatives from MM Mega Market Vietnam (MMVN) and their partners, including Bel Vietnam Co., Ltd., DaeSang Vietnam Co., Ltd., Number One Manufacturing Trading Service Co., Ltd., and Duy Tan Plastic Manufacturing Joint Stock Company. The companies have supported 14 cleft surgeries to children through the Operation Smile program. During the meeting, there were touching moments and expressions of joy from the partners as they came together to provide life-changing surgeries for children born with facial deformities. This is the first year MM Mega Market and its partners have joined the smile journey with Operation Smile. Hopefully, such activities will be able to continue to spread more smiles in the future. #OperationSmileVietnam #osv35anniversary

The "For a Beautiful Smile" project by three students Duy Hung, Nha Khue, and Tan Thanh has successfully concluded, bringing smiles to six children with facial defects. With the idea of making and selling breakfast combos including sticky rice and juice, the past months have been a time of perseverance and spreading the spirit of sharing and helping those in difficult circumstances, both for the students and the community. The Operation Smile Vietnam office was honored to welcome the students and their parents to visit and bring smiles to the children. This is a typical student activity that Operation Smile believes, if further encouraged, will inspire future generations to confidently continue the 35-year journey of achievements we have built together. #OperationSmileVietnam #OSV35anniversary

From the Field: Surgical Program in Hanoi, July 2024 From July 8-12, 2024, the surgical program at E Hospital, supported by SSI, Maple Bear, Adopt, and One Mount, screened 115 patients, with 100 eligible for surgery. Patients primarily came from Ha Tinh, Tuyen Quang, and other northern provinces. We extend our gratitude to E Hospital's medical team and staff, the Provincial Fund for Children, our volunteers, and the families for their trust and cooperation. Special thanks to Adopt's volunteers and non-medical teams who worked tirelessly to ensure a smooth screening process and support during surgical days. #OperationSmileVietnam

LIFE SUPPORT TRAINING IN QUANG NGAI From June 22 to June 28, 2024, in Quang Ngai, Operation Smile Vietnam, along with volunteer instructors from the American Heart Association (AHA), successfully organized a Life Support Training for 161 medical staff and volunteers from Quang Ngai Hospital for Children and Women, Quang Ngai General Hospital, Gia Lai Children's Hospital, Hue Odonto-Stomatology Hospital, and other provincial medical centers in the central region. - Basic Life Support (BLS): 107 participants - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS): 26 participants - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS): 28 participants

We're excited to share that our Co-Founder, President, and CEO, Kathy Magee, is featured in an insightful article on Bizwomen! In the piece, Kathy discusses scaling #healthequity and empowering the next generation of #womeninmedicine. Since our founding in 1982, Operation Smile has passionately tackled global surgical inequities. Kathy vividly recalls our start in the Philippines, where high demand for cleft surgeries sparked a lifelong mission for safe, affordable solutions. Looking ahead, over the next decade, our goal is to create sustainable #healthsystems that will deliver better, safer #healthcare, securing access to care closer to children’s families, homes, and communities. Innovation has driven our progress, with strategic corporate collaborations empowering us to expand our impact and drive meaningful change in healthcare delivery. These #partnerships go beyond resources—they transform industries and empower women leaders in healthcare. Operation Smile actively supports women in medicine through education and #mentorship, paving the way for them to lead global healthcare initiatives. Join us in celebrating Kathy's inspiring dedication and visionary leadership and thank her for guiding Operation Smile toward equitable healthcare for all! Together, we can make a lasting impact on communities worldwide. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/et9JmvGv #OperationSmile #GlobalHealth #HealthForAll

Pre and post operative nursing training took place at My Thien Hospital from May 9 – 11, 2024.   The training was led by Ms. Mae – Clinical Coordinator of Operation Smile Philippines, to promote medical education and deliver a pre and post operative nursing training for hospital staffs from several OSV partnered hospitals from North to South. We would like to express our gratitude to AHA team - Dr Thu and Dr Kim for their translation support. After 3 consecutive training sessions, the training not only provides theory but also focuses on practicing pre- and post-operative care for patients. The trainees had a role-playing experience to work together to arrange the pre- and post-operative wards as well as plan care for some Operation Smile patients at My Thien hospital during this mission week. Please take a moment to recap amazing results we achieved: 🌟 1 day of theory and 2 days of practice 🌟 15 participants from 6 hospitals: My Thien hospital Son La General Hospital Hue Odonto – Stomatology Hospital Quang Ngai Hospital for Children and Women Gia Lai General hospital Buon Ma Thuot Medical University Hospital

Recently, Operation Smile organized an educational exchange dental program in Hanoi, Vietnam, marking our 35th anniversary of service in the country. Hosted at Vietnam National University, Hanoi’s University of Medicine and Pharmacy from March 25 to 29, the program welcomed over 230 delegates, aiming to enhance patient care through activities including a dental symposium, consultations, treatments, and student exchange sessions focused on hashtag #oralhygiene, promotion, and prevention. At Operation Smile, dentistry is vital to our hashtag #comprehensivecare strategy, addressing both oral and systemic health. Our dedicated professionals provide meticulous care, acknowledging its profound impact on overall health. During this program, our team, led by Dr. Peter Coletti, DDS, successfully delivered dental implants and performed various oral surgeries, including dental extractions, bone grafts, and sinus elevations. Moreover, our commitment to holistic care extended beyond treatment, prioritizing education and prevention. Student volunteers visited schools and orphanages, actively engaging in educating children on essential oral hygiene practices through interactive demonstrations and activities to foster a deeper understanding of good hashtag #oralhealth habits. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all involved, including local and international dental teams, University of Pennsylvania faculty and clinicians, colleagues from Operation Smile Vietnam, and the Ministry of Health for their crucial support. Special thanks to our in-kind sponsor, ZimVie Dental and Dr Amy Gan BDS, MDSc, for attending. Together, we can advance oral healthcare and education, ensuring healthy smiles for all our patients! #OperationSmile #DentalCare #365daysofcare Repost from Operation Smile

Surgical program to University Medical Center, HCMC In Mar 2024, the first surgical program of the year was held at the University Medical Center. Co-sponsors Marriott, Droppii, New Viet Diary, Affina, Lavite, CTactical, and The Perfect Bag played a crucial role with their financial support and active participation in the screening process, making this program a reality. In total, the mission provided comprehensive screenings to 85 patients, life-changing care to 63 patients: 53 received surgery, and 10 received dental treatments. #operationsmile #operationsmilevietnam #surgicalprogram

CTactical, The Perfect Bag & Operation Smile Transform Lives Together! We are thrilled to share the incredible success of the collaboration project between Chuyentactical Vietnam (CTactical) and Mr. Klint Arnold from The Perfect Bag Youtube channel!  🎉 All 70 pieces of 𝐂𝐓𝟐𝟔 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐤 have been SOLD OUT! 🎉 We extend our deepest gratitude to every single individual who supported this initiative. Your generosity and kindness have made a significant impact, bringing smiles and hope to the lives of children in need. $30 of each product sold was dedicated to supporting Operation Smile Vietnam. We are overwhelmed to announce that the total amount raised directly funded surgical programs in Ho Chi Minh City, where 5 children received life-changing surgeries. We would like to express our heartfelt appreciation to everyone who played a vital role in making this project a success: ❤️A special thank you to CTactical for their incredible support and commitment to making a difference. ❤️A sincere appreciation to Mr. Klint Arnold for his offer of collaboration and dedication to the cause of charity. ❤️Our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Tran Dang Dang Khoa for connecting the Chuyentactical team with Operation Smile, fostering invaluable partnerships. ❤️A warm thank you to Ms. Le Thi Hang for inspiring the Chuyentactical team with her unwavering determination to make a difference. We hope that this collaboration is just the beginning of a lasting partnership. Together, we can continue to make a profound difference in the lives of children in need of life-changing surgeries. #operationsmile #operationsmilevietnam

Against the backdrop of global challenges of 2023, we performed 2,300 surgeries across 45 programs, providing life-changing moments for patients in need. Additionally, over 5,400 students received dental care, setting a new record in our 34-year history of medical programs. And more in our latest smile letter https://lnkd.in/gKyafZEK